Business Development Manager - Licensing

CK Group; United States; Remote; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing biotechnology business is seeking a Business Development Manager to facilitate strategic growth and explore new business opportunities. The role requires strong business development knowledge and the ability to communicate effectively within the industry. Preferred candidates hold a PhD, possess at least 2 years of relevant experience, and are bilingual in Mandarin and English.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in Mandarin and English is required.
• 2+ years of experience in business development, R&D, or strategic planning.
• Extensive knowledge of business development/licensing in life sciences.

Responsibilities

• Establish external business opportunities for out-licensing and co-development.
• Lead development of business cases with analyses and recommendations.
• Drive cross-functional due diligence and manage BD operations.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

PhD in pharmacology, immunology, cancer biology, or related field

Job description

CK Group are seeking a Business Development Manager to join a growing biotechnology business with cutting-edge technology.

This position is full-time, permanent, and remote, with a preference for candidates based in MA and NY/NJ. English and Chinese language skills are required.

Salary:
$95,000 - $130,000 base + commission.

Position Summary:
The Business Development (BD) Manager will possess a strong understanding of business development and licensing, playing a key role in driving strategic growth and exploring new business opportunities for the organization.

Job Responsibilities:

• Establish external business opportunities for out-licensing, co-development, and other structured transactions.
• Lead the development and presentation of business cases for prioritized external opportunities, including robust analyses, key assumptions, and risks, with recommendations to management.
• Initiate, lead, and present external opportunities with limited supervision.
• Drive cross-functional due diligence and alliance management, coordinating with R&D, CMC, Clinical, Regulatory, Operations, and Finance, and serve as the main BD contact in some instances.
• Manage BD operations and transactions, including proposals, negotiations, deal closure, and alliance management.
• Contribute to defining and revising the business development & licensing strategy aligned with overall corporate and portfolio strategies.
• Represent the company at industry, investor, and partnering conferences, developing and maintaining relationships within the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry.

Required Skills and Experience:

• PhD in pharmacology, immunology, cancer biology, or related field in Biomedical Sciences is strongly preferred.
• At least 2+ years of experience in business development, R&D, or strategic planning within the life sciences industry.
• Extensive knowledge of business development/licensing and pharmaceutical R&D.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical skills, and experience.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills tailored to various stakeholders.
• Effective interpersonal and project management skills in a dynamic, fast-paced matrix environment.
• Bilingual in Mandarin and English is required.

Apply:

Entitlement to work in the US is essential. Please quote job reference 133 334 in all correspondence.